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Kyoto with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Kyoto is full of wonder for children, from monkeys and deer to samurai. Here is how to spend a family trip in Kyoto — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours and a Nara day trip to book.

At a glance

1Arashiyama monkey park
2Bamboo grove
3Nara deer feeding
4Samurai & ninja experience

Monkeys and bamboo

Start in Arashiyama with the Iwatayama monkey park and the magical bamboo grove, both a hit with kids.

Feeding the deer in Nara

Take an easy day trip to Nara, where children can feed the friendly bowing deer and see the Great Buddha.

Samurai and ninja fun

Try a samurai or ninja experience, or dress up in a kimono for photos in the old streets.

Kyoto with kids — FAQ

Is Kyoto good for kids?

Yes — the Arashiyama monkey park and bamboo grove, feeding the deer in Nara, and samurai and kimono experiences make Kyoto a fun, hands-on family destination.

What are the best things to do in Kyoto with children?

Top family picks are the Arashiyama monkey park and bamboo grove, a Nara deer-feeding day trip, and a samurai, ninja or kimono experience.

Is Kyoto easy to visit with kids?

Very — Japan is safe and clean with excellent trains; a relaxed pace and a rail pass help with Kyoto’s spread-out sights and the summer heat.